Fans have used the term "heavy lifting" to describe the emotional and narrative work required of the episodes following major character shifts, such as those involving Bobby Nash.

The head-to-head format "adds to the fire," creating direct confrontations between competitors as they fight for a spot in the next round. Contextual Notes

is the title of the thirteenth episode of the eighth season of Ink Master , which originally aired on November 15, 2016. Episode Overview

The artists work in teams for a challenge focused on cooperation and technical skill.

The episode "Us Haggens" is often cited for letting character development do the "heavy lifting" rather than just action.